Hey, Seafoodies!
Have you seen that meme going around about the hardest part of being an adult is figuring out what to cook every night? We can relate! Luckily we have tilapia fillets in the freezer, which makes dinner a no-brainer. Tilapia is a budget-friendly white fish that offers loads of health benefits, is readily available across the country and is the perfect seafood for the entire family. What’s more, it can be ready when you are!
Here are just a few reasons why we think tilapia suits every family to a “T”:
- Time. Tilapia fillets are thin and delicate, which means they cook quickly (many tilapia recipes can be ready in 10 or 15 minutes). That’s less time than you’d spend picking up fast food or waiting for delivery! This is a fabulous perk for weeknight warriors who have places to go, things to do and little kitchen time to spare. If you keep a bag of tilapia fillets in your freezer (as we highly recommend), all you need to do is let them defrost in the fridge overnight, so they’ll be ready to cook the next day.
- Taste. You always can count on tilapia to be consistent, whether it’s baked, broiled, steamed or fried. Its mild flavor complements any flavor profile—Italian, Tex-Mex, you name it! Also, this versatile fish is sure to be a hit with the picky eaters in your crew. Whip up a batch of tilapia fish sticks in the air fryer (recipe below), and watch your little Seafoodies gobble them up!
- Top nutrition. Like all seafood, tilapia is an excellent source of protein, offering about 20 grams of protein per 4-ounce serving. It’s also rich in B vitamins, which promote heart and brain health, and calcium, which helps you maintain strong bones, muscles and nerves. And tilapia offers other beneficial nutrients, including potassium, selenium, phosphorus and vitamin D.
- True value. Go ahead and stock up: Tilapia is a budget-friendly fish that won’t break the bank! In recipes, it can stand in for most white fish, so it’s an incredibly convenient seafood to keep on hand.
We’ve gathered a few tried-and-true tilapia recipes to show you how easy it is to incorporate this fabulous fish into your weekly meal plan. Enjoy!
A succulent seafood meal that’s ready in just 15 minutes! Tilapia is sautéed with lemon, garlic, white wine and capers for a simple dish with plenty of Mediterranean flair.
These tasty tacos get their Baja flavor from spicy lime marinade and a zippy, Greek yogurt crema. Whether you grill or bake it, tilapia is a winner in this dish!
Brimming with tilapia, plump shrimp and minced clams, this Spanish rice dish will bring a splash of sunshine to your table!
A snappy snack or light meal for kids of all ages, these fish sticks have universal appeal. This recipe makes use of kefir, a spicy whole wheat breading and air frying for a healthful dish that doesn’t sacrifice any crunch.
Crostini with Blackened Tilapia and Watermelon Salsa
Tilapia toasts topped with watermelon and feta are a refreshing spring treat. This eye-popping app requires only minutes of kitchen prep before finishing on the grill.
5-Ingredient Parmesan-Crusted Tilapia
Your express lane to dinner! Broiling tilapia with lemon-garlic butter and cheese is the secret to superfast, flaky fish with a golden-brown crust.
Pan-seared tilapia fillets are infused with an herbaceous compound butter that provides wonderful depth of flavor without marinating. This time-saving trick will get you dinner in 15 minutes!
Blackened Tilapia with Homemade Spice Rub
Spice-loving Seafoodies, this recipe’s for you! All this boldly seasoned tilapia needs is a flash in the pan and a generous squeeze of lemon to balance the heat.
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